In this study, Stratecast focuses on enterprises, as we define cloud computing and examine the current range of cloud-like offers available to enterprises. We also explore the challenges and opportunities that currently exist in the cloud, and identify what it will take for Communications Services Providers (CSPs) and other vendors to thrive in the new environment.

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Cloud Computing: What it Is; Where it's Going; and Who Will Lead Us ThereBCS 2-10Executive SummaryIntroductionDefining Cloud ComputingDefining Cloud-Related TermsWhy Cloud Computing?Cloud EconomicsEnterprise-Grade Cloud: Cautionary NotesWho's Who in the CloudProfiles of Cloud SuppliersOne Cloud or Many?The Future of Cloud ComputingStratecast - The Last WordAbout Stratecast